Computer Accessories User Manual

The Keypad 49
E-EQ-MX5CERG-F-ARC MX5X Reference Guide
Spc Key Function
The Spc key adds a space to the line of data on the display. This function is similar to a regular
keyboard’s Spacebar. Note that the Spc key only stays active for one keystroke.
Field Exit Function
IBM TN5250 specific keypad only. The left Scan key can be programmed as a Field Exit key. The
Field Exit key is used to exit an input field. If the field is an Auto Enter field, the auto transmit
function is activated. Refer to the Programmable Buttons section for instruction.
Mode Key Functions
Caps Key and CapsLock Mode
This function is similar to a regular keyboard’s CapsLock key. Note that the CapsLock mode stays
active until the CapsLock key sequence is pressed again. Each time you need to use a Caps
function, you need to press the Caps key sequence first. To cancel a CapsLock function press the
Caps key sequence again.
The CapsLock key sequence is Blue key then the <Tab> key.
• No CapsLock AND No Shift keypress – result is a lowercase letter.
• CapsLock OR Shift – result is an uppercase letter.
• CapsLock AND Shift keypress – result is a lowercase letter.
A Capital A is displayed in the taskbar when the device is in CapsLock mode or the Caps Key has
been pressed and the next key (to be capitalized) has not been pressed.
Keypress Sequences
See Appendix A for key maps for all keypads.
Input Panel
The Input Panel is always available. Tap the keyboard icon at the bottom of the screen to put the
input panel on the display. See Input Panel in Chapter 1. If the touch screen has been disabled, the
input panel is not available.